Exam Invigilator

Each academic year, we require a team of invigilators to assist the exam department in ensuring awarding body regulations are strictly upheld during public examinations, invigilating IB, A Level and (I)GCSE qualifications. The majority of public exams take place during late April, May and June (7–8 weeks); however, invigilators are also required for our formal mock examinations, which are held in January (2 weeks). These are the core periods of employment; however, we also offer other opportunities to invigilate during the academic year, including for school admissions tests, US College Board exams, languages and music exams, and resits, as well as the opportunity to be involved with stewarding for our King’s Arts Festival in late June.

We are seeking individuals to invigilate both internal and public examinations during the 2026–27 academic year, with the possibility of continued employment in subsequent years. This year’s core exam dates are:

• Wednesday, 6th January to Tuesday, 19th January 2027

• Monday, 26th April to Friday, 18th June 2027

Applicants need to be available throughout those core periods, ideally for more than five sessions each week (a session is either a morning or afternoon session) and have the flexibility to work beyond the end of the school day, with some exams finishing around 5.30pm. Morning sessions typically begin at 8.00am, with afternoon sessions starting at 12.00pm.

Before applying, please check:

• That you can reliably travel to school for an 8.00am start, where required

• Your journey time using a journey planner or other travel app

• That the examination periods do not clash with university term dates, examinations, holidays, or other employment or commitments

The post is offered on a flexible, zero-hours contract, with hours offered in accordance with the examination schedule or on an as-and-when-required basis. There is no guaranteed minimum number of bookings per week or per month.

Invigilators are required to attend initial exams training, an annual update session in the autumn term and a summer briefing prior to the start of the summer season. Any statutory training provided by the school must be completed before undertaking any invigilation duties.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be responsible, reliable, and punctual, with an excellent work ethic

• Be able to communicate clearly and professionally with pupils and colleagues

• Be personable and able to relate to young people in stressful situations with care, discretion and respect for confidentiality

• Be a committed team player with the ability to work independently

• Be comfortable and able to work in a time-sensitive, high-pressure environment

• Have a calm, organised attitude and an eye for detail

• Be able to uphold the integrity of the exams process, supporting pupils so they can perform to the best of their abilities

• Be computer literate and comfortable using Microsoft Office Suite or similar

• Preferably have previous experience of working in an educational environment

• Be completely aligned with the aims and objectives of King’s College School

Terms & Conditions

• Hourly rate: £16.00

• Statutory paid holiday – paid pro rata (according to hours worked)

• Employment as an invigilator is classed as ‘casual work’, and there is no obligation on the school to provide work

• There is no obligation on the individual to accept work up until session bookings are confirmed. Once confirmed, bookings are considered a firm commitment to work

• Invigilators are expected to attend training/exam briefing sessions (paid) and complete statutory safeguarding, fire, and health and safety training as part of their ongoing employment

• We are unable to provide parking on site, and most of the roads around the school now fall within a controlled parking zone. There are, however, parking bays with pay-and-display meters

Please note: this position is not open to parents of pupils currently attending the school.

King’s is one of the most successful schools in the world, with outstanding academic results, first-class pastoral care and a vibrant co-curriculum. Overlooking Wimbledon Common, the school is situated in one of the most attractive parts of south east England and benefits from exceptional grounds and facilities.

To apply for this role, please register your details online via our website:

Once you have registered your details with us, you can apply for vacancies by logging into the candidate area using your email address and chosen password. You will be asked to fill an online application form, which includes a covering letter.

Please use the cover letter to explain how your own skills and experiences match the person specification for this role. The cover letter is an opportunity for you to share with us how you are suited to this role, how your skills are transferable to the key requirements, and your relevant life experiences or interests.

Closing date: 9am on Friday, 9th October 2026.

Interviews: Friday, 16th October 2026.

Training date (mandatory): Monday, 23rd November 2026. Please note: if you are not available to attend the training date given, we will be unable to progress your application at this time.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

King’s is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. King’s College School is fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusivity in its recruitment of teaching and support staff.